Director of Shopper Research managing accounts and delivering insights for data - driven decisions. Spearheading analytics and mentoring team members in a hybrid setting.
About the role
- Director of Aviation leading the development and growth of Valdes' aviation services group in Lombard, IL with a focus on commercial airport projects.
Responsibilities
- Drive business development by identifying and pursuing opportunities with commercial airports, the FAA, and related agencies, utilizing personal networks to secure projects and partnerships
- Lead strategic planning for aviation services, including market analysis, service expansion, and integration with Valdes' existing civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineering offerings
- Oversee the full lifecycle of aviation projects, from planning and design to construction management, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, environmental standards, and client requirements
- Build and mentor a multidisciplinary aviation team, fostering collaboration across departments to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions for airside (runways, taxiways, aprons) and landside (terminals, parking, roadways) developments.
- Cultivate long-term client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for airport authorities and stakeholders to address challenges like sustainability, capacity expansion, and infrastructure resilience
- Collaborate with internal leaders to align aviation initiatives with company goals, including budgeting, resource allocation, and performance metrics
- Stay abreast of industry trends, such as sustainable aviation practices, advanced technologies (e.g., GIS, BIM), and regulatory changes, to position Valdes as a forward-thinking partner
- Contribute to thought leadership through presentations, publications, and industry associations to enhance Valdes' visibility in the aviation sector
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related field
- 15+ years of progressive experience in aviation engineering, planning, or consulting, with a focus on commercial airport projects
- Demonstrated track record of leveraging professional relationships to win business and expand services for airports nationwide
- Strong knowledge of FAA standards, airport design guidelines (e.g., Advisory Circulars), and federal funding processes (e.g., AIP grants)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and industry events (valid driver's license required).
- Master's degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, or a related discipline
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferably in multiple states
- Experience with multidisciplinary firms similar to Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) or Mead & Hunt, where aviation services include tailored airside/landside solutions, innovative infrastructure designs, and sustainability initiatives
- Familiarity with software tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, AviPLAN, or FAA design software
- Prior leadership in growing an aviation practice, including team building and revenue generation
- Active involvement in industry organizations like ACI-NA, AAAE, or ASCE
- Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
- Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
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